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EMC DAM to DSM

Sat, May 30, 2026, 7:00 AM CDT

Location
Polk City, IA
8250 Horseshoe Road, 50309
Type
RUN
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  • 13.1 Miles

    Sat, May 30, 7:00 AM CDT · From $76.15

    Opens Jun 1, 2025, 8:00 AM CDT · Closes Oct 20, 2025, 7:59 PM CDT

  • 13.1 Miles

    Sat, May 30, 7:00 AM CDT · From $86.60

    Opens Oct 19, 2025, 6:00 AM CDT · Closes Jan 4, 2026, 6:59 PM CST

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Steady Effort

long distance + warm-day exposure

  • Rolling area
  • Warm season

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From the organizer

Iowa's Greatest Running Tradition.

Since 1980, more than 135,000 runners have made running from the quiet and calm of the Saylorville Dam to the heat and high-rises of downtown Des Moines one of the greatest running traditions in central Iowa. Whether you’re a weekend warrior, a first-timer, or a diehard this iconic running event is for you.

SAYLORVILLE DAM There is something unparalleled about standing on top of the Saylorville Dam and looking out at the high-rise buildings on the horizon knowing that you will conquer the distance in between. After crossing the dam athletes will travel south through the fields and rural beauty of Polk County.

DOWNTOWN DES MOINES Runners traverse I-35 at the Morningstar bridge and continue into the Northside Neighborhoods, along the Des Moines River at Birdland Park and enter into Downtown Des Moines.  Athletes will finish their half-marathon journey by crossing the Des Moines River and passing the World Food Prize Building. With the finish line behind you, there's a huge party awaiting you at Cowles Commons across from The Des Moines Civic Center.

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